Seaplane Rating

Overview

Become part of a very small group of aviators, only 3 percent of US pilots have a seaplane rating! We offer the single-engine sea add-on for the private pilot, commercial pilot, and ATP certificates. You will fly a amphibious Aviat Husky equipped with Wipline 2100 floats, Aspen 1000 evolution with Synthetic Vision (SV), and a Garmin 430. With over a thousand lakes in Lake County, this is the perfect place to experience the adventures of seaplane flying and see the true meaning of Lake County!

Popular Questions

Will the seaplane rating count towards a flight review?

Is the Husky available for solo rental?

Yes, our policy requires 20 hours dual and 5 hours solo before any passengers on top of 500 hours of logged flying time. All of your seaplane training hours conducted in the Husky are counted towards the insurance minimums.

Is it possible to fly somewhere for lunch on a seaplane lesson?

How long is the course and are their any seaplane examiners on staff?

The course duration really depends on you, your schedule, and your finances. You can complete the course in little as a 2-3 days or you can go at your own pace! Average time is approximately 6 hours seaplane time and 3 hours ground school. We have one seaplane examiner on staff and another located in Crystal River.

Does Sunair offer a 141 seaplane course?

Yes! Sunair is one of a few schools in the Southeast that offers a 141 seaplane training and the only school in United States that offers 141 seaplane training to military veterans! Veterans or international students training in the 141 sea course are required to meet the requirements of FAA 141 appendix I.

Entry Prerequisites

FAA 3rd class medical

Private pilot airplane single-engine land

Rental form completed

US unexpired Passport or Birth Certificate and government issued Photo ID

TSA logbook endorsement

Cost Break Down

No minimum hours of training under FAR Part 61. Hours based on average completion times.